2018 Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2018 Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street scooter motorcycle, Aprilia utilizes a 49.4 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 41.0 x 37.4 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) with a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,245 mm (49 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7.5-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 2005 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke41.0 x 37.4 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Dell’Orto
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionCDI with variable advance
LubricationSeparate oil petrol pump mixer
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic dry centifuge with damper buffers
Chassis
Frame TypeMono cradle tubular steel high yield point
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic fork
Front Travel74 mm (2.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle hydraulic shock absorber pivoting on engine-transmission assembly
Rear Travel78 mm (3.1 inches)
Wheelbase1245 mm (49.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/80-16
Rear Tyre90/80-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. Floating disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø140 mm (5.5 inches)
WheelsFive spoke wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
